Description: A group of men who desire to be obedient to the will of God and answer His call for our lives. The group gathers on Thursday mornings in Christ’s presence to be better educated in the faith, learn how our faith fits into our lives and to share our faith and experiences through service, friendship, prayer, study, and fraternity.

Contact: Parish Office for more information (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org

Circle of Women invites women of all ages to join us and be filled as we journey together with God. We will encourage and support one another through prayer, inspirational and informative speakers, worship, small group discussion and social outreach. Bring a friend & come… Join the journey!

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which adult men and women are initiated into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Baptized adults also are welcome to complete initiation sacraments. Participants receive Catechetical instruction, scripture reflection, faith sharing, prayer, and liturgical rites aimed at helping participants be strengthened spiritually and at the proper time receive the sacraments fruitfully. Sessions meet weekly from mid-September until after Easter on Thursday evenings from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm in room 206.

Description: The Legion of Mary is an association of practicing Catholic men and women who, with the sanction of the church under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, Mediatrix of all Graces, have formed themselves into a legion for service, in proclaiming the beautiful truths of the Catholic faith, to promote the Church’s work and to wage warfare against evil powers in the world.

Contact: Parish Office (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org

Nursery Available

Sunday School is discipleship training for our littlest disciples (ages 3 through kindergarten). The sessions consist of a bible story and lesson, songs, crafts, and saint stories. We follow the lectionary and the liturgical calendar so students are typically hearing the same Gospel story that they are reading in Mass. We meet most Sundays during the 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses from October through April. Kids get dropped off in the classroom before Mass begins and get picked up when Mass is over. All children must be registered prior to attending/participating in the Sunday School program.  All children must be potty-trained to enroll.

Sunday School is discipleship training for our littlest disciples (ages 3 through kindergarten). The sessions consist of a bible story and lesson, songs, crafts, and saint stories. We follow the lectionary and the liturgical calendar so students are typically hearing the same Gospel story that they are reading in Mass. We meet most Sundays during the 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses from October through April. Kids get dropped off in the classroom before Mass begins and get picked up when Mass is over. All children must be registered prior to attending/participating in the Sunday School program.  All children must be potty-trained to enroll.

Provides maternity and children’s clothing through age two. Maternity Closet volunteers can also provide other resources through pregnancy and after the birth of a baby.
To schedule an appointment or donate items, please call 1-800-221-8211.

A gentle exercise program (includes warm-up, mild aerobic exercise, stretching, weights and balance exercises), offered most Wednesdays. Exercise is followed by a healthy snack, devotion, health education tip and fellowship.

Confidential, support group for those suffering from addictions.  
If you are struggling, contact our Pastoral Care Coordinator,  Mary Kohlhaas (651) 633-8333 ext. 1229 or kohlhaasm@stjohnnyb.org for more information.

Middle School Opportunities

(Grades 6^th-8^th)

Middle School Formation/Wednesday Night Bible Study – Encounter the Story in Scripture

Our Middle School Formation program is growing and developing! We want this program to be a space where your child belongs and is built up in their Catholic faith and Catholic community! Your child will grow in their relationship with God, their familiarity with the scriptures, and their relationship with other faith-filled middle schoolers. Over three years, students will develop a firm foundation of faith to carry with them into high school and beyond. Incoming 6^th graders will study the Old Testament. 7^th graders will encounter the person of Jesus through the gospels. 8^th graders will study the early Church through the lens of Acts. The program features a weekly scripture study, prayer, and a competition for the kingdom cup. The scripture study we will be following will be the Great Adventure Bible Timeline . Not sure if you want to register? Come check it out first. Scholarships are available for students.

An organization committed to unity as a Catholic layorganization, charity to those in need, and fraternity with fellow knights.

Description: A group of men who desire to be obedient to the will of God and answer His call for our lives. The group gathers on Thursday mornings in Christ’s presence to be better educated in the faith, learn how our faith fits into our lives and to share our faith and experiences through service, friendship, prayer, study, and fraternity.

Contact: Parish Office for more information (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which adult men and women are initiated into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Baptized adults also are welcome to complete initiation sacraments. Participants receive Catechetical instruction, scripture reflection, faith sharing, prayer, and liturgical rites aimed at helping participants be strengthened spiritually and at the proper time receive the sacraments fruitfully. Sessions meet weekly from mid-September until after Easter on Thursday evenings from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm in room 206.

Description: The Legion of Mary is an association of practicing Catholic men and women who, with the sanction of the church under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, Mediatrix of all Graces, have formed themselves into a legion for service, in proclaiming the beautiful truths of the Catholic faith, to promote the Church’s work and to wage warfare against evil powers in the world.

Contact: Parish Office (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org

Nursery Available

Sunday School is discipleship training for our littlest disciples (ages 3 through kindergarten). The sessions consist of a bible story and lesson, songs, crafts, and saint stories. We follow the lectionary and the liturgical calendar so students are typically hearing the same Gospel story that they are reading in Mass. We meet most Sundays during the 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses from October through April. Kids get dropped off in the classroom before Mass begins and get picked up when Mass is over. All children must be registered prior to attending/participating in the Sunday School program.  All children must be potty-trained to enroll.

Sunday School is discipleship training for our littlest disciples (ages 3 through kindergarten). The sessions consist of a bible story and lesson, songs, crafts, and saint stories. We follow the lectionary and the liturgical calendar so students are typically hearing the same Gospel story that they are reading in Mass. We meet most Sundays during the 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses from October through April. Kids get dropped off in the classroom before Mass begins and get picked up when Mass is over. All children must be registered prior to attending/participating in the Sunday School program.  All children must be potty-trained to enroll.

Parishioners warmly welcome new members to our parish community.   Committee takes turns conducting the New Member Welcome Orientation after masses on the 2^nd weekend of the month.  As available committee members help the pastor host a social for new members

Parishioners warmly welcome newmembers to our parish community.  Thecommittee takes turns conducting New Member Welcome Orientation after Masses onthe second weekend of most months. Committee members help the pastor host several socials for new membersthroughout the year.

Contact: JenLivermont (651) 633-8333 ext. 1234 or livermontj@stjohnnyb.org

Here at SJB, our Confirmation Preparation is a 1-year, weekly, small group-based program including an off-site weekend retreat. Small Groups meet onsite on Sunday evenings the program runs from 7:00 – 8:30 pm, October – May.
The program fee is $120 (price does not include the retreat). Registration will close soon.

Contact Bella with questions at Holstenb@stjohnnyb.org.

Provides maternity and children’s clothing through age two. Maternity Closet volunteers can also provide other resources through pregnancy and after the birth of a baby.
To schedule an appointment or donate items, please call 1-800-221-8211.

Make quilts for donation to charitable organizations. No previous skills or experience are required. Gather on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month; open to everyone!
Contact Mary Kohlhaas (651) 633-8333, ext. 1229 or Kohlhaasm@stjohnnyb.org.

A ministry seeking to be a community of prayerand support those who have suffered trauma – whether that be abuse or any otherdifficulty life has thrown at them.  Not a counseling session but sharing,resources and prayer to help support the healing.  We meet most 2^ndand 4^th Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm in Room 204.  ContactMary Kohlhaas for more info.

Our mission is to implement the U.S. Conference ofCatholic Bishops’ Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities and in so doing to be apeople of life and a people for life. We meet regularly once a month andattempt to impact life issues wherever we can.

Contact: Mary Kohlhaas (651)633-8333 ext. 1229 or kohlhaasm@stjohnnyb.org

A gentle exercise program (includes warm-up, mild aerobic exercise, stretching, weights and balance exercises), offered most Wednesdays. Exercise is followed by a healthy snack, devotion, health education tip and fellowship.

Confidential, support group for those suffering from addictions.  
If you are struggling, contact our Pastoral Care Coordinator,  Mary Kohlhaas (651) 633-8333 ext. 1229 or kohlhaasm@stjohnnyb.org for more information.

Middle School Opportunities

(Grades 6^th-8^th)

Middle School Formation/Wednesday Night Bible Study – Encounter the Story in Scripture

Our Middle School Formation program is growing and developing! We want this program to be a space where your child belongs and is built up in their Catholic faith and Catholic community! Your child will grow in their relationship with God, their familiarity with the scriptures, and their relationship with other faith-filled middle schoolers. Over three years, students will develop a firm foundation of faith to carry with them into high school and beyond. Incoming 6^th graders will study the Old Testament. 7^th graders will encounter the person of Jesus through the gospels. 8^th graders will study the early Church through the lens of Acts. The program features a weekly scripture study, prayer, and a competition for the kingdom cup. The scripture study we will be following will be the Great Adventure Bible Timeline . Not sure if you want to register? Come check it out first. Scholarships are available for students.

Description: A group of men who desire to be obedient to the will of God and answer His call for our lives. The group gathers on Thursday mornings in Christ’s presence to be better educated in the faith, learn how our faith fits into our lives and to share our faith and experiences through service, friendship, prayer, study, and fraternity.

Contact: Parish Office for more information (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which adult men and women are initiated into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Baptized adults also are welcome to complete initiation sacraments. Participants receive Catechetical instruction, scripture reflection, faith sharing, prayer, and liturgical rites aimed at helping participants be strengthened spiritually and at the proper time receive the sacraments fruitfully. Sessions meet weekly from mid-September until after Easter on Thursday evenings from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm in room 206.

Description: The Legion of Mary is an association of practicing Catholic men and women who, with the sanction of the church under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, Mediatrix of all Graces, have formed themselves into a legion for service, in proclaiming the beautiful truths of the Catholic faith, to promote the Church’s work and to wage warfare against evil powers in the world.

Contact: Parish Office (651) 633-8333 or sjb@stjohnnyb.org